Production Team Leader

at  New England Seafood International

Who is New England Seafood International?
New England Seafood International (NESI) was established in 1991 and is an importer and processor of premium fresh and frozen sustainable fish and seafood. NESI employs circa 650 people across two sites in the UK and imports a wide range of wild and farmed fish and shellfish from all around the world. We are part of the Sealaska Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation formed in 1971 and which is owned by 22,000 Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian shareholders, who are all bloodline descendants of the first settlers to the Americas.
Our vision is to “show people how to enjoy fish every day” and we pride ourselves on our supply chain integrity, sustainable sourcing and high-quality product. Our values run through our business and are Respect, Customer Care, By Learning We Grow, Team Spirit and Integrity.
Title: Team Leader
Reports to: Area Manager
Location: Chessington, Surrey KT9 1TW
Shift pattern: 4 on 4 off Day Shift
Hours: 07:00am – 07:00pm
Accountabilities
Responsible for the manufacturing environment and processes to achieve business goals. Priority tasks of the role include executing production schedules and allocating resources to produce safe and legally compliant products efficiently and cost effectively. To deliver success and growth by engaging and developing your team capacity and capability.
Roles and responsibilities broken down in to “SPQDC”
Safety – To ensure all employees and agency work in a safe environment, every day. If an accident or incident occurs, I act.
People – To develop and train a well-balanced multiskilled team. Proactively driving performance of team and developing our talent pool for ongoing success.
Quality – Manufacture safe and legal food and maintain an environment which nurtures this. Proactively reducing non-conformity and driving process improvements. To demonstrate and lead by example whilst working collaboratively and cross functionally.
Delivery – Achieve business KPI metrics focused on customer service and product quality with an emphasis on continuous improvement opportunities.
Cost – Achieve business KPI metrics focused on yield /carcass utilisation, labour and line efficiencies with an emphasis on continuous improvement opportunities.
What experiences, knowledge and capabilities do I need to demonstrate?
Strong character with good communication skills who can engage effectively with their team and drive performance
Daily ambient/chilled supply experience advantageous

Please refer the Job description for details